US Bridges

HWY Lincoln ST over RR Pwrr/Bmrr

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · .1 Mi. W. of I-290 · Structure no. W440801DTMUNNBI

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
27,038
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Lincoln ST over RR Pwrr/Bmrr is a concrete culvert carrying HWY Lincoln ST over RR Pwrr/Bmrr in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 years old, older than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 27,038 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 44,378 by 2031. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 115 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Lincoln ST
CrossesRR Pwrr/Bmrr
Location.1 Mi. W. of I-290
RouteCity Street 0
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.27412, -71.79721
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating105.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width115 ft (35 m)
Roadway width95 ft (29 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic27,038 (2019)
Projected traffic44,378 by 2031
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$794,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Lincoln ST over RR Pwrr/Bmrr built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Lincoln ST over RR Pwrr/Bmrr in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2022.

How much traffic does HWY Lincoln ST over RR Pwrr/Bmrr carry?

About 27,038 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is HWY Lincoln ST over RR Pwrr/Bmrr?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 115 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Lincoln ST over RR Pwrr/Bmrr?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.